Rafael and SpearUAV Unveil Iron Wasp Counter-UAS Weapon System
Israeli defense giant Rafael Advanced Defense Systems has revealed its latest counter-drone weapon system, Iron Wasp, developed in partnership with drone systems specialist SpearUAV. The vehicle-mounted intercept system is designed to address the rapidly growing drone threat on modern battlefields and joins Rafael's expanding counter-UAS weapons family.
Highlights
- Rafael Advanced Defense Systems and SpearUAV have jointly unveiled Iron Wasp, a vehicle-mounted counter-UAS intercept system.
- Iron Wasp joins Rafael's expanding counter-drone weapons family, which includes the Iron Dome air defense system.
- SpearUAV, an Israeli deployable drone solutions developer, contributes UAV expertise to complement Rafael's systems integration capabilities.
- Rising drone use in conflicts such as the Russia-Ukraine war is driving demand for mobile counter-UAS solutions like Iron Wasp.
- Rafael has not yet released technical specifications or a production timeline for the Iron Wasp system.
Israeli defense technology giant Rafael Advanced Defense Systems has officially unveiled its latest counter-drone weapon system — Iron Wasp — developed in collaboration with drone systems specialist SpearUAV.
Vehicle-Mounted Interception for a New Drone Threat Environment
Iron Wasp is designed as a vehicle-mounted intercept system, built to address the rapidly escalating drone threat on modern battlefields. The widespread proliferation of small commercial and military UAVs has exposed ground forces to unprecedented aerial threats, making agile, cost-effective intercept solutions an increasingly urgent priority for defense procurement worldwide.
The Latest Addition to Rafael's Counter-UAS Family
Iron Wasp joins Rafael's continuously expanding counter-UAS weapons portfolio. Rafael holds a prominent position in both the Israeli and international defense markets, with a product lineup that includes high-profile platforms such as the Iron Dome air defense system. The collaboration with SpearUAV further deepens Rafael's technical capabilities and product breadth in the counter-drone domain.
SpearUAV Technology Integration
SpearUAV is an Israeli drone systems developer specializing in deployable UAV solutions. Its accumulated expertise in drone technology complements Rafael's systems integration capabilities, together enabling Iron Wasp to deliver both maneuverability and intercept effectiveness.
As drones take on an increasingly critical role in modern conflicts — including the Russia-Ukraine war and ongoing Middle East engagements — demand for vehicle-mounted counter-UAS systems continues to rise. Iron Wasp represents the latest response to this pressing operational need.
Rafael has not yet disclosed detailed technical specifications or a production timeline for the Iron Wasp system. Further developments are expected to be closely watched by the industry.
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